John Middlemore blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Near here stood one of the first Children’s Emigration Homes founded by John Middlemore (1844-1924). In memory of more than 5,000 children sent to Canada and Australia between 1873 and 1954 Recorded plaque organisation: Birmingham Civic Society.

John Middlemore was a philanthropist who established one of the first Children’s Emigration Homes, facilitating the relocation of over 5,000 children to Canada and Australia from 1873 to 1954. His work significantly impacted child migration patterns during the late Victorian era and well into the 20th century.